2006-08-08 18:11:58 · 21 answers · asked by Babytee9494 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I know what you mean....lol. My niece used to do something similiar as her mother is in the military. What helped with her was creative stories and fun games.... while I told her a totally made up story she would get a chance to draw a description of what we were talking about, give it color, depth and bring it to life she absolutely loved this and it took her mind off of mama for a moment. I don't know how old your niece is but there is also a game/learning activity called "'Brain Quest"... geared toward kids from the age of daycare right up until elementary school (offered at different ages and levels). I picked this up in the airport for my niece just so I wouldn't be empty handed when I went to see her and she wouldn't be jealus cause we were bringing things for her new sister as well..... well wonders never cease lol... Brain Quest turned out to be a saving grace. The game teaches a little bit of every subject... math.... reading.... etc. and she's only three but she loved the game so much she would demand to play it round the clock lol. You can check out more info at brainquest.com or do a search on amazon to read about it. This is just a suggestion that worked wonders for this little girl maybe it will do the same for you. Good luck.
2006-08-08 18:15:27 · answer #1 · answered by kitkool 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even at 1 year old kids can understand quite a bit. Her mom should have done some work to get her daughter ready for a separation, telling her that tonight she's going to be gone and Auntie is going to be there to put her to bed! Fun! and that she will see her in the morning, maybe not right when she wakes up, but Auntie will be there and help her with everything until mommy gets home. If she has done this, all you need to do is reinforce this by reminding your niece when she asks for mommy that mommy asked you to be there to play with her tonight and tomorrow until she gets back, and she'll be back (name something specific like) after you take a nap or whatever. The key is helping her know what to expect and to keep reminding her about it.
2006-08-09 01:18:34 · answer #2 · answered by surlygurl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell her her mommy is at a friends house and she will be back later and tell her to go to sleep and then when her eyes open again in the morning her mommy will be here.
2006-08-09 01:17:20 · answer #3 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At a sleep over? is she 13 or something? A 1 year old really doesn't get the concpt. Just rock your niece and sing quietly and she will sleep. It is more important that she understand that you are someone she can trust and be OK with, someone who is there for her, unlike her mother who is "at a sleep over" doing whatever, but not being the parent...
2006-08-09 01:17:14 · answer #4 · answered by Michael R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try 2 calm her down and make her feel as comfortable as possible. If that doesn't work and it become 2 much 4 u call her mother and let her talk 2 her over the phone. A child has 2 get use 2 being away from home.
2006-08-09 01:19:35 · answer #5 · answered by T S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She should be taking care of her child instead of being at a sleep over!
Anyway....rock the baby and try to get her to sleep, tell her that mommy will be here in a little while!
2006-08-09 01:15:29 · answer #6 · answered by 2hott 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read her a story, and tell her that mommy will be home later.
But she must go to sleep first. Tell her mommy will be back when she wakes up. And hopefully she will. However, I would NOT be a part of such........sister or no. Mommy doesnt need to be doing sleepovers. No matter how she may justify it.
2006-08-09 01:17:36 · answer #7 · answered by iyamacog 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have GOT to be joking! The MOTHER is at a sleep over? It also sound like you are fairly young, yourself! I am so concerned for this child you are speaking of. This baby girl needs comfort, stability, reasurrance..Is there not an older adult there? This is very, very upsetting. Maybe calling the child protective services can better guide you and give you the answers you seek..I pray this baby stays safe.
2006-08-09 01:20:06 · answer #8 · answered by turbosbabe96 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The mother is a selfish fool. Why is a woman who has an infant child away from her for any period of time beyond what is absolutely necessary? Let me guess: The mother is 16? Or even 15? One thing is for certain: This woman is an absolute idiot. Call Child Protective Services right now!
2006-08-09 01:17:52 · answer #9 · answered by christopher s 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she can say "I want my mommy" she is pretty advanced for a one year old. Comfort her and let her know mommy will be here when she wakes up.
2006-08-09 01:18:59 · answer #10 · answered by mufasa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋